Fortaz Ceftazidime 1g IV Powder from China
Brand-name Fortaz ceftazidime 1g lyophilized powder for IV infusion, treating Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections. HTS 3004.20.00.72 applies as it contains ceftazidime salts in measured doses put up for retail sale to pharmacies. Includes sodium carbonate buffer as mixed product.
Duty Rate — China → United States
100%
Rate breakdown
9903.04.60100%Pharmaceuticals Annex IV: patented pharma articles — 100% floor rate
9903.05.860%Universal product exemption (U.S. note 52(b))
9903.05.900%Articles already subject to Section 232 (steel/aluminum/copper + derivatives, autos + parts, wood, medium/heavy vehicles + parts, semiconductors, patented pharma) — U.S. note 52(f)
Import Tips
• Provide trademark authorization if branded; include patent status for generics
• Ensure sterile packaging integrity with tamper-evident seals for CBP inspection
• Avoid misdeclaration as 'other antibiotics' to prevent reclassification penalties